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Ransom - A Real-World Case Study in Data Theft, Forensics and the Law

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Dive into a real-world case study of data theft, forensics, and legal implications in this 38-minute RSA Conference talk. Explore the unfolding events of a ransomware attack, from the initial breach to the aftermath, guided by Jason Straight, Chief Privacy Officer and SVP of Cyber Risk Solutions at UnitedLex Corporation. Gain insights into emerging threats like cryptojacking, social engineering, and IoT attacks while understanding adversaries' mindsets and motivations. Learn about the changing threat landscape, top attack vectors, and innovative research in cybersecurity. Discover effective response and recovery strategies as the speaker walks through key work streams, source documents, FBI involvement, and the investigation process. This comprehensive seminar offers valuable lessons for cybersecurity professionals, legal experts, and anyone interested in the complex interplay between data security, forensic analysis, and law enforcement in today's digital landscape.

Syllabus

Introduction
What I learned
The game begins
The documents
Initial questions
Key work streams
Source documents
Second message
FBI Meeting
The Reply
The Investigation
The Aftermath

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